Bow shaped exercise bar

ABSTRACT

An exercise device. The exercise device includes an elongated rod having a bow shape with a first end opposite a second end. A first fork extends from the first end of the elongated rod and a second fork extends from the second end of the elongated rod. The first and second fork each include a plurality of fingers forming at least one gap therebetween.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims the benefit of priority of U.S. provisional application No. 62/356,841, filed Jun. 30, 2016, the contents of which are herein incorporated by reference.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to an exercise device and, more particularly, to a bow shaped exercise bar that secures resistance bands.

In the past, exercise devices have been proposed which utilize spring like elements which provide resistance against movement by a user. However, these prior art devices suffered from a number of deficiencies. Most noticeably, prior art devices exhibited an extremely limited application to the movements of a user, thereby severely limiting the muscle groups and other tissue which were affected by the exercise movements. Also, prior art devices which provided a larger selection of exercise movements at the same time exhibited bulky, non-portable structures.

As can be seen, there is a need for an improved exercise device that produces diverse application to the movement of the user.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In one aspect of the present invention, an exercise device comprises: an elongated rod comprising a bow shape and having a first end opposite a second end; a first fork extending from the first end of the elongated rod; and a second fork extending from the second end of the elongated rod, wherein the first and second fork each comprise a plurality of fingers forming at least one gap therebetween.

In another aspect of the present invention, an exercise device comprises: an elongated rod comprising a substantially straight mid portion a first curve at a first end and a second curve at a second end forming a bow shape; a first fork extending from the first end of the elongated rod; and a second fork extending from the second end of the elongated rod, wherein the first and second fork each comprise a plurality of fingers forming at least one gap therebetween, and the plurality of fingers of the first and second fork curve away from one another each forming a U-shape.

These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings, description and claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention shown in use;

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention shown in use;

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 4 is a detail perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 5 is a detail perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention illustrating an attachment of a resistance band;

FIG. 7 is a detail perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention illustrating an attachment of a resistance band;

FIG. 8 is a detail perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 9 is a detail perspective view of an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 10 is a detail exploded view of an embodiment of the present invention; and

FIG. 11 is a detail exploded view of an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.

The present invention includes exercise equipment utilizing a bow shaped design, flex claw, and resistance bands/tubes. The present invention allows a user to perform many workouts with the benefits of using resistance bands/tubes. The design of the flex claw or fork that holds the resistance bands/tubes is unique and offers for a quick but sturdy adjustment of tension.

The design of the bow of the present invention incorporates an exercise type bar and resistance bands that allows for a mobile, adjustable, and effective full body workout. The present invention creates a variable resistance no matter what direction, constant tension, and helps the strength curve of a user's muscles, i.e. the tension increases as the user contracts the muscle.

Referring to FIGS. 1 through 7, the present invention includes an exercise device. The exercise device includes an elongated rod 10 having a bow shape with a first end opposite a second end. A first fork 12 extends from the first end of the elongated rod 10 and a second fork 12 extends from the second end of the elongated rod 10. The first and second fork 12 each include a plurality of fingers 14 forming at least one gap 16 therebetween.

The first and second fork 12 may be coupled to the first and second ends of the elongated bar 10 respectively. In certain embodiments, the plurality of fingers 14 of each of the first and second fork 12 curve away from one another. The curve of plurality of fingers 14 of the first and second fork 12 may form a U-shape. As illustrated in the Figures, the plurality of fingers 14 of the first and second fork 12 may each include three fingers 14 and two gaps 16. However, the present invention may include as little as two fingers 14 with one gap 16 or more than three fingers 14 with more than two gaps 16.

The elongated rod 10 may be formed of a rigid material, such as a hard plastic or metal, such as aluminum. The elongated rod 10 may include a substantially straight mid portion a first curve at the first end and a second curve at the second end forming the bow shape. The substantially straight mid portion aligns the user's 22 hands while gripping the mid portion, promoting a proper exercise.

The present invention further includes at least one resistance band 20. The resistance band 20 is a band that has rubber elasticity. The resistance band 20 includes a first end opposite a second end. The first and second ends may be enlarged. The first end of the resistance band 20 may be placed within a gap 16 of the first fork 12 and the second end of the resistance band 20 may be placed within a gap 16 of the second fork 12. The enlarged ends may include a larger diameter than the gap. Therefore, the resistance band 20 releasably secures to the forks 12. Resistance bands 20 can be added or removed to adjust the tension and intensity of the workout.

Referring to FIGS. 8 through 10, the present invention may include a second embodiment 24. The second embodiment 24 includes an elongated rod 32 having the mid portion, the first end and the second end. The first and second ends may include forks 26 with a plurality of fingers 28 having gaps 30 formed therebetween. The first and second ends may be secured to the mid portion by a hinge 34, 36. In such embodiments, the mid portion may include concave ends 38 that mate with convex ends 40 of the first and second ends. Hinge bars 34 fit within aligned slots of the mid portion and the first and second ends. Pivot rods 36 fit through aligned openings of the mid portion, the second and second ends and the hinge bars 34, pivotally securing the first and second end to the mid portion. The first and second end may thereby pivot relative to the mid portion for storage.

Referring to FIG. 11, the present invention may include a third embodiment 42. The third embodiment includes an elongated rod 50 having the mid portion, the first end and the second end. The first and second ends may include forks 44 with a plurality of fingers 46 having gaps 48 formed therebetween. The first end and the second end are releasably attached to the mid portion. The first end and the second end are releasably attached to the mid portion by threaded connectors 52, 54. For example, each of the terminal ends of the mid portion may include male threads 52 that mechanically fasten female threads 54 formed at terminal ends of the first and second ends.

It should be understood, of course, that the foregoing relates to exemplary embodiments of the invention and that modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the following claims. 

What is claimed is:
 1. An exercise device comprising: an elongated rod comprising a bow shape and having a first end opposite a second end; a first fork extending from the first end of the elongated rod; and a second fork extending from the second end of the elongated rod, wherein the first and second fork each comprise a plurality of fingers forming at least one gap therebetween.
 2. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the plurality of fingers of the first and second fork curve away from one another.
 3. The exercise device of claim 2, wherein the plurality of fingers of the first and second fork each form a U-shape.
 4. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the plurality of fingers of the first and second fork each comprise three fingers and two gaps.
 5. The exercise device of claim 1, wherein the elongated rod comprises a substantially straight mid portion a first curve at the first end and a second curve at the second end forming the bow shape.
 6. The exercise device of claim 5, further comprising a first hinge connecting the first end to the mid portion and a second hinge connecting the second end to the mid portion.
 7. The exercise device of claim 5, wherein the first end and the second end are releasably attached to the mid portion.
 8. The exercise device of claim 7, wherein the first end and the second end are releasably attached to the mid portion by threaded connectors.
 9. An exercise device comprising: an elongated rod comprising a substantially straight mid portion a first curve at a first end and a second curve at a second end forming a bow shape; a first fork extending from the first end of the elongated rod; and a second fork extending from the second end of the elongated rod, wherein the first and second fork each comprise a plurality of fingers forming at least one gap therebetween, and the plurality of fingers of the first and second fork curve away from one another each forming a U-shape.
 10. The exercise device of claim 9, further comprising a resistance band comprising a first end disposed within the gap of the first fork and a second end disposed within the gap of the second fork. 